Nystagmus Support Group

Nystagmus is rapid involuntary rhythmic eye movement, with the eyes moving quickly in one direction (quick phase), and then slowly in the other (slow phase). Nystagmus is a relatively common clinical condition, affecting one in every 5,000 to 10,000 individuals. Nystagmus generally causes a degree of vision impairment, although the severity of such impairment varies...

Update!!! Nystagmus and Driving

Hey guys,
I had previously written a topic on Nystagmus and Driving about 5 years ago and updated it about a year ago in a reply on my Topic. I now have another update. I previously had gone to the doctor at the age of 21 and was told by the really rude Optometrist that I'd never drive and gave me a thumbs up when he asked if I had someone to drive me because that is what I'd be doing for the rest of my life. This was devastating and crushed me. So, finally last month at the age of 24 I went to another Optometrist to see what he had to say. He explained it in a nicer way and made me feel more comfortable. The problem is my eye sight still isn't good enough to pass a DMV vision test so it is still pretty likely that I will never drive. The news hurt but I took it better because he was very nice about it. Also, unfortunately, I am not good enough to drive, but I am just good enough to where my state doesn't consider me legally blind so I cannot receive assistance, which is okay because I have never wanted to be labeled a disabled because personally I believe there are more people out there who need the funds and resources over myself. Hopefully sometime in the future there is a way I can drive, but for now I will live with this and do my best to keep succeeding in life. I have had Nystagmus my whole life and have dealt with many obstacles, so this is just one more. If any of you have questions, feel free to message me or reply here and I'll do my best to answer any you have :)

I been searching for driving option for last 8 years. i have come to know that some states allow bioptic driving. unfortunately where i live PA they do not allow it. please see if you can explore that option.

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